Those words come after Pettine spent four hours talking with Cleveland's brass Tuesday night in Mobile, Ala., at the Reese's Senior Bowl.

According to NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport, the feedback Pettine received is that he is a finalist for the position. A source informed of the Browns' plans said Pettine will fly to Cleveland on Thursday for a third interview.

Rapoport reported that Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter spoke with the team Wednesday, characterizing the meeting as more of a conversation than a formal interview, according to a source familiar with the organization's thinking.